The descent of the Holy Spirit on the Apostles marks the beginning of this particular liturgical period. During its seven weeks the Church meditates deeply on the work of the Holy Spirit in humanity, sanctifying, transforming and elevating it to the heights of divinity. Continue reading...

Seventy Disciples of Isho M'shihaBesides the Twelve disciples who were called to be with Jesus to share in his life and mission and to be sent out later to carry the good news to the whole world, and do away with all evil (Mk 3:14) there were seventy disciples who were also called for the same. On Seventh Friday of Slihe, the Church remember the forerunners of these missionaries who are anonymous.
Click to read reflections of the readings, prepared by Fr George Kaniarakath, CMI.

Jesus who glorified our frail nature by His immense Grace, You have enlightened the world by the seventy lights, Your disciples, and have scattered the darkness. They have guided the nations toward You and enlightened us by their teachings. Help us by their example, and strengthen us by their intercession, that we may be Your courageous disciples and witnesses today.

Mystery of the Holy Spirit - He works and fills the creation, the Prophets, Judges, Kings, Virgin Mary, John the Baptist, Jesus, Shlihe (Apostles), Church and every faithful - By His Power of the Church sprouts and grows in Jesus and the Shlihe, the foundation.

Age of the Church

Exactly as Jesus was formed in Virgin Mary so too the Church in this world by the Power of the Holy Spirit - those who are led by the Spirit must always be vigilant to root out at the very outset all selfish and individualistic likes and dislikes which topple down our faithfulness to the Church.